NJ TRANSIT · 1 week ago
Safety Specialist
Camden, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$52K/yr - $102K/yr
2+ years expNJ TRANSIT is a public transportation agency, and they are seeking a Safety Specialist to perform, coordinate, and monitor safety-related functions to ensure compliance with safety programs. The role includes assisting with safety program development, conducting safety audits, inspections, and investigations.
Public TransportationTransportation
Responsibilities
Implements and monitors occupational health and safety program activities including facility inspections, accident investigations and emergency planning operations; monitors program compliance with mandated laws, rules, and regulations
Provides technical safety information and compliance requirements to management staff, employees, and contractors
Provides support with safety audits, inspections, and testing in the areas of fire/life safety, safety certifications, and transit operations on facilities, operating divisions, construction sites, work practices, equipment, and safety devices
Assists with the Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) program safety oversight of contractors and construction projects as required
May represent the agency in internal and external safety meetings and committees to provide comprehensive technical advice and assistance ensuring accuracy of accident/injury reporting and current or new applicable laws and regulations
Research and track safety regulations to develop departmental safety policies and procedures and ensures their implementation
Assists with incident and accident investigations involving the public, contractors, and employees which involve New Jersey Transit personnel and/or property, determines the cause and provides solutions and reports as required to regulatory agencies
Assists with the preparation of internal and external reporting requirements; maintains records and develops reports on new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepares statistical reports as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Engineering, or related field and two (2) years of experience conducting safety program activities, including safety audits, inspections, and investigations OR equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for educational requirement
Must possess a valid driver's license
Preferred
Experience working in a public transit system
Professional Safety Certifications desirable
Benefits
Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Paid Leave
Tuition Assistance
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
Company
NJ TRANSIT
Build your future as part of a dynamic company committed to transforming one of the premier transportation brands in North America.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$183.39MKey Investors
Federal Transit Administration
2024-07-09Grant· $99.5M
2024-05-28Grant· $83.3M
2022-12-14Grant· $0.59M
Leadership Team
Brendan Kaplan
Deputy CTO - Head of Innovation
Faisal Jameel
Chief Technology Officer
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